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MUEN (Music Ensembles)
  

  • MUEN 103 - Women’s Chorus (COM)

    Credits: 0-1
    An ensemble performing accompanied and unaccompanied literature.


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  • MUEN 107 - Opera Workshop (COM)

    Credits: 0-2
    This course includes study of various aspects of opera, such as character development, opera scenes study, and body movements, as well as basic production and staging techniques. Notes: May require placement into specific role.


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  • MUEN 110 - Orchestra (COM)

    Credits: 0-1
    A joint enterprise of the University and interested area musicians. The orchestra studies and performs standard orchestra literature and presents public concerts.


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  • MUEN 120 - Marching Band (COM)

    Credits: 0-2
    Active during the fall, the marching band performs at all home football games.


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  • MUEN 121 - Symphonic Band (COM)

    Credits: 0-1
    Members are selected by audition to perform the finest in original and transcribed literature in concert performances on and off-campus.


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  • MUEN 122 - Concert Band (COM)

    Credits: 0-1
    A joint enterprise open to university students and interested area musicians. Includes rehearsals and performance of band literature culminating in a public performance.


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  • MUEN 140 - String Ensemble (COM)

    Credits: 0-1
    Rehearsal and performance of literature for string orchestra. May be repeated for credit.


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  • MUEN 170 - Percussion Ensemble (COM)

    Credits: 0-1
    A select group of percussionists who perform music composed or arranged for this medium.


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  • MUEN 180 - Jazz Ensemble (COM)

    Credits: 0-1
    Gives students the opportunity to experience and perform music in the popular idiom and to relate it to practical use in secondary school music programs. Notes: Audition required.


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  • MUEN 300 - Concert Choir (COM)

    Credits: 0-2
    An ensemble performing accompanied and unaccompanied literature for mixed voices. Membership determined by instructor’s permission and audition only.


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  • MUEN 307 - Opera Workshop (COM)

    Credits: 0-2
    This course includes study of various aspects of opera, such as character development, opera scenes study, and body movements, as well as basic production and staging techniques.


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  • MUEN 310 - Orchestra (COM)

    Credits: 0-1
    A joint enterprise of the University and interested area musicians. The orchestra studies and performs standard orchestra literature and presents public concerts.


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  • MUEN 320 - Marching Band (COM)

    Credits: 0-2
    Active during the fall, the marching band performs at all the home football games.


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  • MUEN 321 - Symphonic Band (COM)

    Credits: 0-1
    Members are selected by audition to perform the finest in original and transcribed literature in concert performances on and off-campus.


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  • MUEN 322 - Concert Band (COM)

    Credits: 0-1
    A joint enterprise open to University students and interested area musicians. Includes rehearsals and performance of band literature culminating in a public performance.


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  • MUEN 340 - String Ensemble (COM)

    Credits: 0-1
    Rehearsal and performance of literature for string orchestra. May be repeated for credit.


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  • MUEN 370 - Percussion Ensemble (COM)

    Credits: 0-1
    A select group of percussionists who perform music composed or arranged for this medium.


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  • MUEN 380 - Jazz Ensemble (COM)

    Credits: 0-1
    Gives students the opportunity to experience and perform music in the popular idiom and to relate it to practical use in secondary school music programs.


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MUS (Music)
  

  • MUS 100 - Music Appreciation (COM) [SGR #4]

    Credits: 3
    A non-technical discussion designed to increase the enjoyment and appreciation of music. Fulfills the music requirement in the general education program. Notes: Course meets SGR #4 .


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  • MUS 110 - Basic Music Theory I (COM)

    Credits: 4
    An integrated study and application of tonality, melody, harmony, texture and form, from music notation through modulation. Includes sight singing, ear training and dictation. Introduction to composition and arranging, i.e. instrument ranges, transposition, tessitura and preliminary score analysis.


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  • MUS 110L - Basic Music Theory I Lab (COM)

    Credits: 0
    Students will be taught sight singing and dictation skills that will prepare them to “see with their ears and hear with their eyes.” Students will learn simple to advanced applications of writing down music from aural performance, and learn to quickly analyze melodies by singing them at sight.


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  • MUS 111 - Basic Music Theory II (COM)

    Credits: 4
    An integrated study and application of tonality, melody, harmony, texture and form, from music notation through modulation. Includes sight singing, ear training and dictation. Introduction to composition and arranging, i.e. instrument ranges, transposition, tessitura and preliminary score analysis. Prerequisites: MUS 110 .


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  • MUS 111L - Basic Music Theory II Lab (COM)

    Credits: 0
    Students will be taught singing and diction skills that will prepare them to “see with their ears and hear with their eyes.” Students will learn simple to advanced applications of writing down music from aural performance, and learn to quickly analyze melodies by singing them at sight.


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  • MUS 119 - First Year Seminar

    Credits: 2
    First-year seminar course designed to introduce students to academic success strategies including the development of critical thinking and study skills, identification of campus resources, guidance in academic planning and engagement, time management and goal setting. Students will also investigate wellness topics, contemporary issues, diversity, and the land-grant mission of SDSU. In addition, this course is designed to expose students to the discipline-specific careers and their role in society. Cross-Listed: THEA 119 .


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  • MUS 130 - Music Literature and History I [SGR #4]

    Credits: 2
    An introductory course of music cultures of the world. Emphasis on developing a fundamental knowledge of distinctive and unique music of different nations, especially non-Western music. Notes: Course meets SGR #4 .


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  • MUS 131 - Music Literature and History II [SGR #4]

    Credits: 3
    Ancient through Baroque music literature – analysis of style, form and context, study of historical development and significance, comparison to similar works in other periods of music history. Emphasis on listening and score study. Notes: Course meets SGR #4 .


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  • MUS 185 - Recital Attendance (COM)

    Credits: 0
    Designed to expose students to a large and varied body of music through attendance at recitals, forums, solo classes, concerts, and other performances. Required of all music majors each semester they are enrolled in applied music. Student teaching semesters and internships excepted. S/U grade.


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  • MUS 201 - History of Country Music [SGR #4]

    Credits: 3
    An in-depth exploration of Country Music, beginning with Scotch-Irish folk music of the late1600’s, through the “New Traditionalists” of the 1990’s. Notes: Course meets SGR #4 .


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  • MUS 203 - Blues, Jazz, and Rock [SGR #4]

    Credits: 3
    This course examines the origins and developments of three uniquely American musics and their cultural impact upon, and within, American society. Notes: Course meets SGR #4 .


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  • MUS 210 - Advanced Music Theory I (COM)

    Credits: 4
    A more advanced continuation of MUS 110, 111 with similar objectives and organization. A continuation of vocal/instrumental arranging and composition. Prerequisites: MUS 111 .


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  • MUS 210L - Advanced Music Theory I Lab (COM)

    Credits: 0
    Students will be taught sight singing and diction skills that will prepare them to “see with their ears and hear with their eyes.” Students will learn simple to advanced applications of writing down music from aural performance, and learn to quickly analyze melodies by singing them at sight.


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  • MUS 211 - Advanced Music Theory II (COM)

    Credits: 4
    A more advanced continuation of MUS 110, 111 with similar objectives and organization. A continuation of vocal/instrumental arranging and composition. Prerequisites: MUS 210 .


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  • MUS 211L - Advanced Music Theory Lab II (COM)

    Credits: 0
    Students will be taught sight singing and diction skills that will prepare them to “see with their ears and hear with their eyes.” Students will learn simple to advanced applications of writing down music from aural performance, and learn to quickly analyze melodies by singing them at sight.


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  • MUS 270 - Pedagogy I

    Credits: 1-2
    Pedagogical considerations in teaching music.  Methods and concepts in specialized areas.  Various sections cover brass, keyboard, percussion, strings, voice (diction, principles), woodwinds, and ensemble methodologies.  Other specialized sections are offered as needed.


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  • MUS 271 - Pedagogy II

    Credits: 1-2
    Continuation of MUS 270. Pedagogical considerations in teaching music.  Methods and concepts in specialized areas.  Various sections cover brass, keyboard, percussion, strings, voice (diction, principles), woodwinds, and ensemble methodologies.  Other specialized sections are offered as needed. 


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  • MUS 280 - Explore Music in Western Europe

    Credits: 3
    An intensive three-week period of rehearsals, performances, lectures, attendance at plays and concerts, educational touring, and travel in a mix of West European countries.


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  • MUS 292 - Topics (COM)

    Credits: 1-5
    Includes Current Topics, Advanced Topics, and Special Topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement.


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  • MUS 304 - Introduction to the Music Industry

    Credits: 3
    This course examines the many facets of the music industry; songwriting, music publishing, international copyright, licensing, unions and guilds, concert promotion, music and theatre, music product merchandising, arts management, and career options in music.


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  • MUS 305 - Introduction to Recording Industry

    Credits: 3
    This course explores the music business system; the scope of the recording industry; record markets; artists’ recording contracts; record production; promotion and distribution and retailing; studios and pictures and television and career option and development, and digital media and digital copyright.


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  • MUS 313 - Form and Analysis (COM)

    Credits: 3
    Analysis of music in the student’s major performance area. The course is normally completed under the direction of the student’s major applied teacher. Prerequisites: MUS 210  or MUS 211 .


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  • MUS 351 - Elementary School Music Methods (COM)

    Credits: 2-3
    This course provides methods and materials for guiding elementary students’ musical growth.


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  • MUS 355 - Computer Based Technology and Learning for Music Educators

    Credits: 2
    This course prepares music students to integrate computers into the curriculum by exploring the evolving uses and expectations of technology and learning tools. Course objectives are based on ISTE standards and the requirements of the discipline.


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  • MUS 360-360L - Conducting (COM)

    Credits: 2
    Genera conducting focuses on the basic fundamentals of instrumental and choral conducting. The techniques of interpretation, score reading, rehearsal techniques, and the art of developing basic conducting techniques are addressed in the course.  Lab accompanies MUS 360. Prerequisites: MUS 111 . Corequisites: MUS 360L-360.


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  • MUS 361-361L - Music Education II: Conducting and Lab

    Credits: 2
    Section 1: Instrumental music methods and materials. Emphasis on rehearsal. Prerequisites: Techniques, conducting and study of appropriate materials. Section 2: Choral music methods and materials. Emphasis on rehearsal and conducting techniques through study of appropriate materials. Corequisites: MUS 361L-361.


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  • MUS 362-362L - Music Education III: Methods and Materials

    Credits: 2
    Section 1: Instrumental Music Methods and Materials. Emphasis on lesson, solo and ensemble materials and pedagogy for the school instrumental music teacher. Teaching techniques for individual, class, small and large instrumental music ensembles are offered. Students participate in supervised on-site teaching experiences at the elementary instrumental music and general music class levels. Section 2: Vocal Music Methods and Materials. Emphasis on choral teaching materials and teaching concepts and techniques for individual, class and ensembles for the school vocal teacher. Students participate in supervised on-site teaching experiences in choral music and general music classes. Corequisites: MUS 362L-362.


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  • MUS 365-365L - Music Education IV: Supervision and Administration of School Music and Lab

    Credits: 2
    A goal and objective approach to developing student skills in managing the total school music program, including choral and instrumental at the elementary and high school levels. Organizational and administrative skills are offered with hands-on opportunities for practical application. Units are also offered in music education history and philosophy. Corequisites: MUS 365L-365.


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  • MUS 370 - Pedagogy III

    Credits: 1-2
    Continuation of MUS 271. Pedagogical considerations in teaching music.  Methods and concepts in specialized areas.  Various sections cover brass, keyboard, percussion, strings, voice (diction, principles), woodwinds, and ensemble methodologies.  Other specialized sections are offered as needed.


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  • MUS 371 - Pedagogy IV

    Credits: 1-2
    Continuation of MUS 370. Pedagogical considerations in teaching music.  Methods and concepts in specialized areas.  Various sections cover brass, keyboard, percussion, strings, voice (diction, principles), woodwinds, and ensemble methodologies.  Other specialized sections are offered as needed.


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  • MUS 391 - Independent Study (COM)

    Credits: 1-3
    Includes Directed Study, Problems, Readings, Directed Readings, Special Problems, and Special Projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.


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  • MUS 420 - Orchestration and Arranging (COM)

    Credits: 3
    A study of instruments alone and in combinations. Orchestration and arranging for instrumental and vocal ensembles. Preparation of parts and participation in the conducting and performing of works scored.


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  • MUS 433 - Music Literature and History III

    Credits: 3
    Classical, Romantic, and Modern music literature – analysis of style, form, and context; study of historical development and significance, comparison to similar works in other periods of music history. Emphasis on listening, score study, and research methods in the field of music.


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  • MUS 491-591 - Independent Study (COM)

    Credits: 1-4
    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.


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  • MUS 492-592 - Topics (COM)

    Credits: 1-5
    Includes Current Topics, Advanced Topics, and Special Topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement.


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  • MUS 494 - Internship (COM)

    Credits: 1-16
    Applied, monitored and supervised, field based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses. Prerequisites: Consent of department program coordinator.


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NE (Nuclear Engineering)
  

  • NE 337 - Foundations of Health Physics

    Credits: 3
    Health Physics studies the risk to health from radiation and the measures to assess and reduce that risk. This course is an introduction to several aspects of health physics including radiation quantities, limits and risk assessment, external and internal dosimetry, biological effects of radiation, interactions of radiation with matter, radioactive decay, radiation detection, and various applications of radiation. Prerequisites: MATH 123  or MATH 121-121L  and PHYS 113-113L  or PHYS 213-213L . Cross-Listed: PHYS 337 .


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  • NE 435-535 - Introduction to Nuclear Engineering

    Credits: 3
    This course considers the design of nuclear fission and fusion reactors and particle accelerators including discussion of basic nuclear properties, the fission process and reactor control, fusion reactors, environmental effects and nuclear waste management. Prerequisites: PHYS 331  or MATH 321  or consent.


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  • NE 494 - Internship (COM)

    Credits: 1-3
    Applied, monitored, and supervised field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and/or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses.


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  • NE 498 - Undergraduate Research/Scholarship (COM)

    Credits: 1-3
    Independent research problems/projects or scholarship activities. The plan of study is negotiated by the faculty member and student. Contact between the two may be extensive and intensive. Does not include research courses which are theoretical.


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NRM (Natural Resource Management)
  

  • NRM 110 - Introduction to Natural Resource Management

    Credits: 3
    Ecological approach to conservation; human’s past and present impact on world environments; wise use of natural resources, including soil, water, air, forests, rangelands, energy, wildlife, and fisheries.


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  • NRM 119 - Orientation to Natural Resource Management

    Credits: 2
    Orientation course designed to introduce first-year and transfer students to academic success strategies including the development of critical thinking and study skills, identification of campus resources, guidance in academic planning and engagement, time management, goal setting, and the land-grant mission of SDSU.  In addition, this course is designed to expose students to the discipline-specific careers and their role in society.  Students will investigate career opportunities, engage in professional development activities, and have the opportunity to interact with natural resource professionals.


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  • NRM 200-200L - Animal Diversity and Lab

    Credits: 3
    Investigate all members of the animal kingdom comprising the living world focusing on diversity, systematics, reproductive patterns, principles of structure and function, ecology, and environmental relationships.  Laboratory experience that accompanies BIOL 200. Prerequisites: BIOL 101  or BIOL 151 . Corequisites: NRM 200L-200.


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  • NRM 221 - Introduction to Conservation Planning and Management

    Credits: 3
    This course will introduce key concepts and accepted practices in conservation planning and management.  Focus will be directed to understanding the necessary tools needed to develop ecosystem based conservation plans.


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  • NRM 230 - Natural Resource Management Techniques

    Credits: 3
    Techniques involved with the collection of wildlife and fish populations, habitat, vegetation, and water quality information and data analysis.


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  • NRM 282-282L - Natural Resource Statistics and Lab

    Credits: 3
    Analysis and interpretation of natural resources data that relate to assessment of research and management activities. Prerequisites: MATH 102  or higher.


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  • NRM 300 - Laws and Policies in Natural Resource Management

    Credits: 3
    This course will introduce and discuss major environmental legislation which influences natural resource management agencies. Significant time will be spent studying various acts; agencies responsible for implementing components of these acts; funding and reporting requirements under these acts; management activities linked to these acts.


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  • NRM 311 - Principles of Ecology (COM)

    Credits: 3
    Basic principles of ecology including the sub disciplines of physiological ecology, population ecology, community ecology, evolutionary ecology, and ecosystems ecology from both a theoretical and applied aspect. Cross-Listed: BIOL 311 .


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  • NRM 321 - Park Interpretation

    Credits: 3
    This course will introduce principles and applications of environmental communication, education, and interpretation for managing natural resources.


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  • NRM 405-405L/505-505L - Entomology and Lab (COM)

    Credits: 3
    An introduction to the general biology and classification of insects. Course emphasis placed on taxonomy, methods of identification, and ecological role of insects. Students will become familiar with basic insect anatomy and morphology, classification at the order level with exemplary families that include taxa of agricultural or environmental interest, and acquire an ability to sight recognize particular species that have agricultural, environmental, wildlife, and human and livestock health importance. Field trips and a collection are required. Prerequisites: MATH 102  or higher, and one of following: BIOL 103-103L , BIOL 153-153L  or BOT 201-201L . Corequisites: NRM 405L-405/505L-505. Cross-Listed: PS 405-405L/505-505L .


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  • NRM 450-450L/550-550L - Freshwater Monitoring and Assessment and Lab

    Credits: 3
    This course will introduce policy’s related to monitoring assessment of fresh waters, design of freshwater monitoring and assessment programs, standard field and laboratory techniques used by monitoring agencies, analysis and interpretation of monitoring data and uses of monitoring data to improve management of freshwater resources. Corequisites: NRM 450L-450/550L-550.


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  • NRM 464-564 - Ecosystem Ecology

    Credits: 3
    Study of energy and material flows through the living (plants, animals, microbes) and non-living (soils, atmosphere) components of ecological systems. Discussion of the major element cycles and patterns of energy flow through ecosystems, including how those fluxes and their controls differ for different ecosystems. Linkages between ecosystem structure and function will be emphasized. Prerequisites: BIOL 311 /NRM 311 .


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  • NRM 466-566 - Environmental Toxicology and Contaminants (COM)

    Credits: 3
    This course will prepare students in the area of Ecological Effects of Toxic Substances and other contaminants. Wildlife toxicology and impacts of agriculture on the Northern Plains will be emphasized. Topics covered will include pesticides, heavy metals, aquatic and terrestrial ecotoxicity and other topics related to Wildlife Toxicology. Cross-Listed: BIOL 466-566 .


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  • NRM 482-482L/582-582L - Natural Resource Management Biometry

    Credits: 3
    Study and application of advanced quantitative methods used to assess natural resources. Estimation of parameters, hypothesis testing, and use of classical fisheries and wildlife sciences, ecology, environmental science, and range science statistical techniques. Prerequisites: NRM 282-282L , STAT 281 , or equivalent. Corequisites: WL 482L-482.


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  • NRM 491 - Independent Study (COM)

    Credits: 1-3
    Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic.


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  • NRM 492-592 - Topics (COM)

    Credits: 1-3
    A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually limited with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement.


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  • NRM 494 - Internship (COM)

    Credits: 1-12
    Applied, monitored, and supervised field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and/or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses.


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  • NRM 496 - Field Experience (COM)

    Credits: 1-12
    Applied, monitored, and supervised field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and/or directed plan of study established by the student, instructor, and field-based supervisor. Due to the presence of a field experience supervisor, a lower level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with an internship or practicum course.


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  • NRM 498 - Undergraduate Research/Scholarship (COM)

    Credits: 1-4
    Independent research problems/projects or scholarship activities. The plan of study is negotiated by the faculty member and student. Contact between the two may be extensive and intensive. Does not include research courses which are theoretical.


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NURS (Nursing)
  

  • NURS 119 - First Year Seminar (COM)

    Credits: 2
    First-year seminar course designed to introduce students to explore strategies for academic success including time management and study skills, guidance in academic planning and engagement, critical thinking, setting personal and academic goals, identifying campus and nursing resources, developing professional written and communication skills, stress management, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. In addition, the class will help students acclimate to the university’s culture.


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  • NURS 201 - Medical Terminology

    Credits: 1
    Study of definition and use of medical terms common to many health-related disciplines. Enrollment limited to freshmen and sophomores, or with permission of the instructor.


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  • NURS 222 - Transition to BS in Nursing

    Credits: 1
    Introduces the RN student to the nature of baccalaureate nursing education. Students participate in self-assessment of strengths within the various professional nursing roles. Includes an overview of the curriculum concepts as applied to RN education as well as an overview of The Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice document with related values and concepts. Includes an introduction to nursing informatics as a tool for lifelong learning.


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  • NURS 234 - Patient-Centered Care Concepts I

    Credits: 2
    This course focuses on patient-centered care concepts at the novice nursing student level. Emphasis is on health and illness concepts with selected professional nursing concepts. Prerequisites: Admission to the nursing major. Corequisites: NURS 235 , NURS 258-258L , NURS 272  and NURS 323 .


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  • NURS 235 - Clinical Application I

    Credits: 2
    This clinical course provides opportunities at the novice nursing student level for the provision of nursing care to individuals/families with acute/chronic conditions across the lifespan in a variety of health care settings. Emphasis is on the role of nurse as member of profession and provider of care. Prerequisites: Admission to the nursing major. Corequisites: NURS 234 , NURS 258-258L , NURS 272  and NURS 323 .


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  • NURS 258-258L - Nursing Principles and Application I: Assessment and Interventions and Lab

    Credits: 3
    This course introduces health assessment skills and selected nursing interventions. Prerequisites: Admission to the nursing major. Corequisites: NURS 258L-258, NURS 234 , NURS 235 , NURS 272  and NURS 323 .


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  • NURS 272 - Professional Nursing Concepts I

    Credits: 2
    This course focuses on the profession of nursing at the novice nursing student level. Emphasis is on professional nursing concepts, including communication, which are used as a foundation throughout the curriculum. Prerequisites: Admission to the nursing major. Corequisites: NURS 234 , NURS 235 , NURS 258-258L  and NURS 323 .


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  • NURS 323 - Introduction to Pathophysiology

    Credits: 3
    This course covers topics which will provide a current understanding of the major disease processes across the lifespan. The course will lay the foundation for the study of pharmacological mechanisms of action of drugs and their rational clinical use. Of interest will be the linkage of relevant modern biology to the different disease states, attention to gender differences, especially regarding epidemiology and pathological changes, and the integration of health promotion and disease prevention, by emphasizing risk factors, nutritional requirements, and other relevant therapeutic practices. Prerequisites: 3rd year Pharmacy standing or Nursing major; BIOL 325 .


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  • NURS 334 - Patient-Centered Care Concepts II

    Credits: 5
    This course focuses on patient-centered care concepts at the beginner nursing student level. Emphasis is on health and illness concepts with selected attribute and professional nursing concepts. Selected exemplars will be unique to pediatric and adult health. Prerequisites: NURS 234 , NURS 235 , NURS 258-258L , and NURS 272 . Corequisites: NURS 322 , NURS 335 , and NURS 358-358L .


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  • NURS 335 - Clinical Application II

    Credits: 4
    This clinical course provides opportunities at the beginner nursing student level for the provision of nursing care to individuals/families with acute/chronic conditions in a variety of health care settings. Emphasis is on the role of nurse as member of profession and provider of care to children and adults. Prerequisites: NURS 234 , NURS 235 , NURS 258-258L , and NURS 272 . Corequisites: NURS 322 , NURS 334 , and NURS 358-358L .


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  • NURS 344 - Patient-Centered Care Concepts III

    Credits: 5
    This course focuses on patient-centered care concepts at the advanced beginner nursing student level. Emphasis is on health and illness concepts with selected attribute and professional nursing concepts. Selected exemplars will be unique to gerontology and mental health. Prerequisites: NURS 322 , NURS 334 , NURS 335 , and NURS 358-358L . Corequisites: NURS 345 , NURS 360 , and NURS 372 .


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  • NURS 345 - Clinical Application III

    Credits: 4
    This clinical course provides opportunities at the advanced beginner nursing student level for the provision of nursing care to individuals/families with acute/chronic conditions in a variety of health care settings. Emphasis is on the roles of nurse as member of profession, provider of care, and designer/manager/coordinator of care in gerontology and mental health. Prerequisites: NURS 322 , NURS 334 , NURS 335 , and NURS 358-358L . Corequisites: NURS 344 , NURS 360 , and NURS 372 .


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